In winter, many of us put on one or two pounds: At the latest when our favorite jeans are no longer closing, we know that the kilofee has hit. But instead of not putting on the pants or even throwing them away, you can use a simple fashion trick.
The idea is not new, but it is effective: Figure-shaping underwear – also known as shapewear – is the corset of the 21st century. As the name suggests, the aim is to cheat away unpleasant pillows. In such a way that you can continue to move normally. What distinguishes belly pants from normal underwear and why they make the silhouette of women and men appear slimmer is summarized below.
This is what distinguishes belly pants
In contrast to ordinary underwear, which is mostly made of cotton, shapewear is made of different materials: the combination of high-quality polyester, nylon and elastane means that the waist trousers are particularly (tear) resistant, but also stretchy. When worn, this inevitably means that the upper body is tightened and the silhouette automatically appears slimmer. The strong compression contributes to the fact that the fabric forges itself very close to your belly and cheats it smaller as if by magic. This not only applies to women, but also to men.
You should pay attention to this when buying
- In order to increase the desired shaping effect, the waist trousers are often ordered one size smaller – but that is a big mistake. The fact is that shapewear that is too tight can cause skin irritation and leave uncomfortable pressure points. When buying, make sure to order your usual size.
- Depending on whether you only want to hide your stomach or your thighs, you can choose between different models: There are waist shapers and panties, bodices and hot pants, biker and cycling shorts with a shaping effect. If you want to tone the entire upper body, you can also wear a biker body (with leg extensions).
- Abdominal trousers can have different levels of shaping. Translated, this means: the higher the number, the lower the elasticity. In other words, the shaping effect increases with each level – and vice versa. Before you buy, you should therefore consider how tight the figure-shaping underwear should fit (if the manufacturer specifies different levels).
Important:
If you have circulatory problems or suffer from a vascular disease such as thrombosis, abdominal trousers are not recommended.
The waist trousers for self-confident men
As mentioned at the beginning, there are not just for women: The fashion industry has long recognized that there is also a great need for figure-shaping underwear in the men’s world. Due to the tight-fitting materials and thin seams, the shapewear is easily worn under clothing. This means that you can easily put on your belly trousers, as they are not visible to anyone – not even bulky. And the best thing about it is: There are also different models for men to choose from!
And a note at the end: Due to the combination of different materials, belly trousers can get out of shape if they are washed too hot. Therefore, a gentle cycle at a maximum of 30 degrees Celsius is the best way to clean the shapewear. Avoid using fabric softener as it reduces the firming effect.
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